I have always
been fascinated by figure skaters - pairs in particular - and have
always wondered how two people, alone on a huge sheet of ice, could
transform impossible fetes of athleticism into moments that entertain
us, awe us, seduce us and make us wish time could stand still.

In no other
sport, have we been so magically drawn to sit breathlessly in
anticipation of every move and celebrate the beauty of a sport so completely.

I dedicate
this site to the beauty, power and magic of pairs - figure skating
and ice dancing - and, in particular, to the everlasting memory of
the amazing technical skill, musical interpretation, loyalty,
devotion and, most of all, great love, we were allowed to witness in
the pair team of Gordeeva and Grinkov.

May G&G
live in our hearts and memories forever, and may they be an
inspiration and motivation to all pair teams yet to come!

Two-time Olympic Gold Medal
winners, four-time World Champions, three-time European Champions,
two-time National Champions; Gordeeva & Grinkov; G&G; Sergei
& Katia, this pair was a team both on and off the ice. The world
watched in awe as the two blossomed from youngsters into adulthood,
their talent far surpassing all other pairs and we watched them win
nearly every competition they entered. From the very beginning, there
was something about G&G that made them stand out and the world
fell in love with them and watched joyfully as they fell in love with
each other. They married in April of 1991, their daughter, Daria, was
born on September 11, 1992, and we believed they would live happily
ever after. The story's ending changed, however, on November 20,
1995, when Sergei collapsed, and died of a heart attack while
practicing with his wife. We can only take comfort in knowing he was
doing what he loved best and was in the arms of his beloved Katia
when he left this world.

This two-time World Champion pair
team and the 1998 Olympic Silver medalists in pairs figure skating,
Elena Berezhnaya and Anton Sikharulidze have risen, against
incredible odds, to become today's premier skating team. Known for
their classical 'Russian' style and brilliant technique, they have
often been referred to as the 'next G&G'. Their story captured
the hearts of fans around the world and we look forward eagerly to
see where their talent and expertise will lead them.

Their 2002 Winter Olympic programs
were filled with beauty, artistry, grace... and controversy.
Initially winning a Gold Medal over the Canadians, a controversial
judging fiasco had the world screaming 'unfair' and after a week of
intense public scrutiny, it was decided a second Gold medal would be
given to the Canadian Team of Salé and Pelletier.

Retiring from competitive skating,
after the Olympics, they joined Stars on Ice in 2002.

Canada's newest pair team, Jamie
and David have taken the world by storm. Single skaters, until they
were paired in 1998, they bring joy, athleticism, passion and
playfulness to the ice and more than hold their own against the other
premier pair teams. Having won numerous medals in the past three
seasons, they look forward to the 2002 Olympics with optimism. Not
since Gordeeva and Grinkov, have I seen a pair so 'connected' on the ice.

With a flawless Long Program
performance at the 2002 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, that had
the audience enthralled and the commentators declaring them Gold
Medal winners, the other half of the pairs team embroiled by the
judging controversy had this team wondering if their Gold Medal
performance would be awarded as such, or they would keep their Silver
Medals. Days later, they would be given Gold Medals, sharing the top
award with the Russian Pair Team of Berezhnaya
& Sikharulidze.

They
officially announced their retirement from eligibility, joining the
pro ranks of Stars on Icein
2002.

Note: In no
way do I take personal credit for any of the beautiful photographs
found on my site. When available, the photographer's name has been
placed on the picture to designate copyright. On the photographs
without the artist's name, anyone with knowledge as to whom to
credit, please let me know and I will label the picture immediately.

My sincere
thanks to the photographers who have shown us beauty in motion, grace
in athleticism and saved moments in history for future generations.